Grommets are tiny cylindrical devices inserted into the eardrum to prevent fluid buildup, improve hearing, and reduce ear infections. The procedure is quick, typically taking 15-20 minutes under general anesthesia, with minimal risks and a focus on post-operative care. Consult an ENT specialist to determine if grommets are appropriate for you or your child.

1. Improving Hearing, Preventing Infections, and Equalising
Pressure
UNDERSTANDING
GROMMETS

2. DEFINITION
Tiny cylindrical devices inserted into the
eardrum.
ALTERNATE NAMES
Tympanostomy tubes, ear tubes.
PURPOSE
Prevent fluid build-up and improve ear
health.
WHAT ARE GROMMETS ?

3. WHY ARE GROMMETS
IMPORTANT?
Glue ear
Frequent ear infections
Hearing loss
Common Problems Solved:

4. IMPROVED HEARING
Restores normal sound vibrations.
EQUALISED PRESSURE
Helps with activities like flying.
Improve
Grommets
Restores
Hearing
REDUCED EAR INFECTIONS
Prevents bacteria-friendly environments.
BENEFITS OF GROMMETS?

5. PRE-OPERATIVE
PREP
Consultation
and fasting.
SURGERY
Quick (15–20
mins), under
general
anesthetic.
POST OPERATIVE
CARE
Monitor, avoid
water in ears,
follow-ups.
THE PROCEDURE
Step by step guidelines, timeline, and flowchart of the process

6. POTENTIAL RISK
INFECTION
Treatable with antibiotics.
01.
SCARRING
Rare, minimal impact.
PREMATURE GROMMET LOSS
Consult doctor for replacements.
03.
02.

7. MANAGING RISK
Follow doctor's advice.
Attend follow-up appointments.
Watch for signs of complications.

8. CONCLUSION
Grommets improve ear health, reduce
infections, and restore hearing.
Key Takeaway
Consult an ENT specialist to discuss
if grommets are right for you or
your child.

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